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Budget-Friendly Salmon Burgers
These burgers are a good way to spice up your menu! They are packed with heart-healthy salmon, plus some veggies. To keep the carbohydrate count low, these are served over bibb lettuce instead of on a bun. Serve these burgers with a green salad drizzled with a sesame ginger vinaigrette for a light, refreshing meal.
Cilantro Lime Shrimp
This refreshing dish is low in calories, high in flavor, and so versatile. It can be served hot or cold, and it’s great for a picnic (if you can keep it cool or it won’t be sitting out for too long), and could be wrapped in tortillas as easily as served over lettuce or rice. Serve with Buckwheat (Kasha) and Steamed Broccoli with Lemon-Pepper Seasoning.
Pork Tacos
This recipe calls for pork tenderloin - one of the leaner cuts of pork out there. You can also top these tacos with avocado and fresh salsa, and additional veggies like red onion and bell pepper.
Kid-Friendly Chicken Fingers
Do you need a healthy dinner for the entire family? These baked chicken fingers are coated in cornmeal, which is considered a whole-grain, and makes a crispy coating. They also taste great served over salad greens. Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Cookbook . To order dierctly from the American Diabetes Association, click here .
Chicken Salad Sliders
This lightened-up version version of chicken salad uses tangy Greek yogurt and light mayonnaise along with other healthy, flavorful ingredients! For a lower carb meal, serve this chicken salad on lettuce leaves instead of slider buns.
Slow-Cooked Whole Chicken
Did you know that you can cook a whole chicken in a slow cooker? This easy method results in tender, juicy chicken that cooks all day on its own. It's perfect for hot summer months when you don't want to have your oven on for hours cooking a whole chicken. Just start the chicken in the morning and by dinner time, you have a delicious chicken ready to go! And, you can make a simple pan gravy with the juices left in the slow cooker. Save leftover chicken for quick and easy lunches or dinners later in the week— check out this collection of easy leftover chicken recipes for ideas . And, save the
Seared Duck Breast Salad
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Baked Egg 'n' Tomato Cups
Late summer is the best time to find delicious, ripe tomatoes. Check your local grocery store or farmer's market for heirloom tomatoes - they come in a variety of colors and might not be perfectly round, but they're very tasty and add a whimsical touch to breakfast! Find this recipe and more in our cookbook Guilt-Free Comfort Favorites from the Mr. Food Test Kitchen.
Tips for Shopping at International Markets
Getting Over Barriers to International Shopping If the thought of shopping at a market with unfamiliar foods feels overwhelming, consider it a chance to meet new people and try new things. For example, if you see an interesting item in the produce section, see if any other shoppers are also purchasing the item and ask them about it. It may feel uncomfortable at first, but many shoppers will be more than happy to tell you about their favorite ways to cook certain foods. If that puts you too far out of your comfort zone, you can always use your smart phone to look up items. Some translation apps
Crustless Asparagus and Tomato Quiche
With no crust needed, this quiche is so simple to prepare. Sweet grape tomatoes help create a nice balance of flavors and textures and add a striking color contrast with the bright green asparagus. Perfect for breakfast on its own, or serve it for lunch or dinner with a salad of mixed greens or a cup of Tomato Basil Bisque .